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Engineering Co-Op Program, Summer-Fall 2026

CompanyEdwards Lifesciences
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 18, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
As an Engineering Co-Op, you will work closely with an engineering team to develop, test, and implement designs for advanced medical devices. You will also provide documentation support and complete written reports on testing and designs.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$54,000 - $72,000
Company Size
13644
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW), is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. Through breakthrough technologies, world-class evidence and partnerships with clinicians and healthcare stakeholders, our employees are inspired by our patient-focused culture to deliver life-changing innovations to those who need them most. We thrive on discovery and expanding the boundaries of medical technology, serving patients in 100+ countries, with the help of our employees in areas including Clinical Affairs, Quality Engineering, Research & Development, Regulatory Affairs, Sales & Marketing, corporate functions and more.  Contact Us We want to hear from you and engage in meaningful discussions. However, please note that we are not equipped to provide customer, candidate, or technical support through this platform. If you require assistance from those teams, please find their contact information here: https://www.edwards.com/aboutus/contactus If you’re a patient in need of medical advice, please contact your healthcare provider directly. We reserve the right to remove any comments that are off-topic, repetitive, or include hate speech, profanity, or offensive language. Additionally, we will not engage in discussions about competitor products, off-label use of Edwards products, or unsubstantiated/misleading claims that could cause harm. All Terms and Conditions of LinkedIn apply. For the Edwards Lifesciences privacy policy, visit https://www.edwards.com/legal/privacypolicy.
About the Role

This posting is submitted in anticipation of future roles at Edwards.

To qualify for Co-Op opportunities, the candidate must be available to work full-time from May/June - December 2026.

Program participants will work in our corporate headquarters in Irvine, California. Please visit Edwards.com for information on our locations.

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our University Programs are designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We also believe in investing in the future of our talented people across the globe, including early career professionals seeking to explore and establish themselves within the medical device industry. We’ll provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make innovative contributions. As an Engineering Co-Op with us, you’ll find motivation and inspiration in a culture that emphasizes passion for patients as you discover your own strengths.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE
We are looking for driven and innovative engineering students interested in Summer-Fall Co-Ops in 2026

How you could make an impact:

  • Opportunity to work as a Research & Development, Clinical Development Engineer, Quality Engineer, and more
  • Gain hands-on experience working closely as a part of an engineering team to develop, test, and implement designs pertaining to advanced medical device technology to address issues caused by structural heart disease.
  • Develop design skills and act as an integral and contributing member of the development team.
  • Design and test new concepts and contribute to the development of innovative medical devices (functional testing, mechanical testing, and simulated use).
  • Provide documentation support and complete written reports on testing and designs.

To qualify for Co-Op opportunities, the candidate MUST be able to work in person and full-time from May/June - December 2026.

What you'll need (Required):

  • Currently enrolled as a student for the duration of the Co-Op project – must graduate December 2026 or later.
  • MUST be able to work in person and full-time from May/June - December 2026
  • Must be in good scholastic standing (3.0+ GPA or equivalent).
  • Must not require a company sponsorship for employment-based visa now or in the future.
  • Attention to detail and time management skills
  • Proactively seek direction from senior engineers
  • Assist in documenting production department concerns and aid in troubleshooting and resolving technical problems.
  • Proficient in drafting software (Solidworks or Creo Parametric preferred).
  • Ability to actively participate in design reviews and provide relevant feedback for teammates.

What else we look for (Preferred):

  • Junior or Senior standing preferred, pursuing degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering etc. Course completion of engineering mechanics and mechanical design is preferred.
  • Strong interest in pursuing relevant industry experience. Interest in the healthcare and medical devices industry is a plus.
  • Comfortable working in laboratory environment. Hands-on and highly motivated. Able to follow procedures, perform testing and clearly convey data results.

Unique Benefits for Co-Ops:

  • Innovative & Industry Leading Technology
  • Accelerated Career Growth
  • A Growing Global Company
  • Stretch Assignments
  • Meaningful Projects with Real Impact
  • Continuous Mentorship
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Subsidized Housing
  • Conversion Opportunities into our New Grad Programs following graduation
  • On-site Cafe, Gym, Basketball & Beach Volleyball Courts
  • Great People & Beautiful Place to Work!

Timeline:

  • Interviews will occur in March for those invited.
  • Offer decisions will be made by April.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $54,000 to $72,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).   

#LI-DNI

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.

Key Skills
Attention to DetailTime ManagementProactive Direction SeekingDocumentation SupportTroubleshootingTechnical Problem SolvingDrafting Software ProficiencyDesign Review Participation
Categories
HealthcareEngineeringScience & Research
Benefits
Innovative & Industry Leading TechnologyAccelerated Career GrowthStretch AssignmentsMeaningful Projects with Real ImpactContinuous MentorshipCompetitive CompensationSubsidized HousingConversion Opportunities into our New Grad Programs following graduationOn-site CafeGymBasketball & Beach Volleyball Courts